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Cost of living in Lanier County, GA

Part of the Valdosta Metro Area

Estimated monthly cost
$2,774/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 10,094 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $882 32%
Healthcare $480 17%
Federal tax $361 13%
Groceries $324 12%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $205 7%
State tax $147 5%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Lanier County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$877
per month
1 bedroom
$882
per month
2 bedroom
$1,145
per month
3 bedroom
$1,529
per month
4 bedroom
$1,773
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Lanier County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$44,361
per year
Individual earnings
$32,153
per year
Per capita
$25,150
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Lanier County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$161,100
Annual property tax
$1,639

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Lanier County

Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.

Electricity
$163
per month · 14.8¢/kWh
Natural gas
$42
per month
Annual total
$2,460
per year

Source: EIA

Healthcare in Lanier County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
15.5%

Source: ACS + national avg. Marketplace benchmark premiums are second-lowest Silver plan estimates and do not reflect employer plans, subsidies, or out-of-pocket costs. This is not healthcare advice.

Taxes in Lanier County

State and local tax rates for Georgia.

State income tax
5.5%
Flat rate
State sales tax
4.0%
Combined sales tax
7.4%
incl. average local

Tax rates change. Consult a qualified tax professional for advice on your specific situation. This is not tax advice.

Transportation in Lanier County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
23.9 min
Drive alone
72.8%
Public transit
2.2%
Work from home
8.5%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Lanier County

What it costs to live in Lanier County each month.

Single person
$2,774
per month
  • Rent $882
  • Energy $205
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $324
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $361
  • State tax $147
Couple
$3,889
per month
  • Rent $1,145
  • Energy $246
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $537
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $409
  • State tax $203
Family
$6,409
per month
  • Rent $1,529
  • Energy $308
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $815
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $409
  • State tax $203

Frequently asked questions about Lanier County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Lanier County?

In Lanier County, GA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $882 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,145 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,529 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Lanier County?

In Lanier County, GA, the average household income is $44,361 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $32,153 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Lanier County?

The estimated cost of living in Lanier County, GA is approximately $2,774 per month for a single person, $3,889 for a couple, $6,409 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Lanier County?

The combined sales tax rate in Lanier County, GA is 7.38%, which includes the Georgia state rate of 4.00% plus an average local rate of 3.38%.

Is Lanier County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Lanier County, GA would need approximately $2,774 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $44,361 per year ($3,697 per month). Lanier County has a high cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Lanier County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Lanier County, GA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 15.5% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Lanier County?

The average home value in Lanier County, GA is $161,100, with average annual property taxes of $1,639, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Lanier County compare to other areas?

You can compare Lanier County, GA with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Lanier County is in the Valdosta, GA metro area.

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About this data

All figures on this page come from official U.S. government sources, listed below.

  • HUD FMR FY2025
  • ACS 2019-2023 5-Year
  • EIA
  • ACS + national avg
  • ACS
  • USDA + BEA RPP
Methodology All data sources